Neil Gaiman - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 10, 1960 |
|---|---|
| Age | 65 |
| Birthplace | Portchester, Hampshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Neil Gaiman's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Author of 'The Sandman,' 'American Gods,' 'Good Omens,' 'Coraline,' and other acclaimed works of speculative fiction. |
Intro
Neil Gaiman is an English author renowned for his works of fantasy, horror, and science fiction, spanning novels, comics, short stories, and children's books. He is best known for creating the critically acclaimed comic series 'The Sandman,' as well as novels such as 'Good Omens,' 'Neverwhere,' 'American Gods,' and 'Coraline.' Gaiman's distinct writing style and imaginative storytelling have earned him numerous awards and a dedicated international following.
Early Life & Background
Neil Gaiman was born on November 10, 1960, in Portchester, Hampshire, England, to David Bernard Gaiman, a businessman, and Sheila Gaiman, a pharmacist. He grew up in West Sussex, England, where he developed a passion for reading and storytelling at a young age, influenced by authors such as C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Edgar Allan Poe.
Career Highlights
- Created and wrote the award-winning DC/Vertigo comic series 'The Sandman' (1989–1996)
- Co-authored 'Good Omens' (1990) with Terry Pratchett
- Published acclaimed novels including 'Neverwhere' (1996), 'American Gods' (2001), 'Coraline' (2002), and 'The Graveyard Book' (2008)
- Winner of multiple literary awards, including the Hugo, Nebula, Bram Stoker, and Newbery Medal
- 'American Gods' and 'Good Omens' both adapted into successful television series
Trivia
- Gaiman has been a lifelong advocate for libraries and literacy.
- 'The Sandman' was one of the first graphic novels to appear on The New York Times Best Seller list.
- He is married to musician Amanda Palmer.
FAQs
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Neil Gaiman is 65 years old.
Neil Gaiman was born the 10 November 1960.
Portchester, Hampshire, England.
On His Birth-Day
About November 10th, 1960, in brief:
- Historical events: Neil Gaiman, the acclaimed British author known for his works in fantasy and graphic novels, was born on November 10, 1960, in Portchester, Hampshire, England.
- Day of the week: November 10th, 1960 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Save The Last Dance For Me by The Drifters
- #1 UK song: It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley
- Popular movie: Psycho directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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